Job Details

Job Details

Tile Setter

Job Code Number

285848887

Job Description

Bricklayers Local 2 seeks Journeyman Tile Setters.

1-5 years experience

Wage: $22.92 - $32.19 per hour

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Medical Insurance, Dental, and Vision included

Defined benefit plan for retirement

Key Responsibilities:

Surface preparation:

Cleaning, leveling, and smoothing surfaces to ensure proper tile adhesion.
Tile cutting:

Accurately cutting tiles to fit around corners, obstacles, and complex layouts using power and hand tools like wet saws and tile cutters.
Mortar application:

Mixing and applying mortar or adhesive evenly onto the prepared surface using a trowel.
Tile placement:

Carefully positioning and aligning tiles according to the design, using levels, squares, and straightedges to maintain straight lines.
Grouting:

Applying grout between tiles, filling gaps, and wiping away excess grout to achieve a clean finish.
Quality control:

Inspecting tile installation for levelness, alignment, and overall appearance.
Reading blueprints:

Interpreting construction plans to determine tile layout and patterns.
Maintaining safety protocols:

Adhering to all safety regulations on the job site, including proper use of personal protective equipment.

Skills Required:

Hand-eye coordination: Precisely placing and aligning tiles.
Physical strength and stamina: Ability to kneel, bend, and lift heavy materials for extended periods.
Attention to detail: Ensuring a clean and consistent finish.
Mathematical skills: Accurately measuring and calculating tile placement.
Problem-solving abilities: Adapting to unexpected challenges on the job site.

Organization Profile

Employer Name:

Six County Employment Alliance

Address:

2950 College Avenue

Address Line 2:

City:

Escanaba

State/Province/Region:

Zip/Postal Code:

49829

Description:

Workforce Development

Job Summary

Organization

Bricklayers Local 2

Employer Website

Location

Iron River, Michigan 49935

Job Code Number

285848887

Positions Available

Expiration Date

1/16/2026

O*NET Code

47-2044.00

O*NET Occupation

Tile and Stone Setters

Education Level

High School Diploma/Equivalency

Job Tools

Email to me
Provide Feedback
Print

More Jobs

Personal Care/ Respite Care
Warehouse Worker
Fabricator Level 1
Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Dental Assistant

+ Feedback about this page?

Job Code Number

Job Title

Body

Resumes
Documents

Do not attach resume

You do not have any resumes

You do not have any documents

Session Time out